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Grading Guidelines (Rubric) PASS AEducation plan has no mistakes. BEducation plan has only 1 mistake. CEducation plan has only 2 mistakes. NO PASS DEducation plan has only 3 mistakes. FEducation plan has 4 or more mistakes. (or) 1 or more absences.

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Other Guidelines All questions must be asked during class No question before class, during breaks, or after class Cell phones off No tardiness beyond 10 minutes No leaving early No absences

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Some Common College Terms  Unit- college credit given to a course  Quarter/Semester- 2 semesters = 3 quarters  Prerequisite-a requ. that must be met before enrolling in a course  Corequisite-a requ. that must be taken at the same time with another course.  Green Sheet -information about the course (contract)  Advisory- knowledge that is advisable before course entry  GE- breadth requirements In various disciplines/subject areas.  Major-a series of courses in a specialized area of study.  Articulation Agreement- listing of DA courses equivalent to corresponding courses at another school (www.Assist.org)www.Assist.org  GE Certification-verify completion of GE prior to transfer

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Placement Test  Placement tests required for English, ESL, Math, Chem 1A, Biol 6A & Biol 40A Students who have taken a placement test and then enrolled in a course in that subject area WILL NOT be able to retest. (change effective April 4, 2011) Students who have not enrolled in a class can retest during the normal time frame (6 months for English, mathematics, biology, chemistry; 1 year for ESL ) if they provide documentation of their preparation for the retest.  Transcript/AP scores - used for placement must be brought to Testing office prior to registration

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Placement into EWRT 1A is based on 1 of the following: 1. Qualifying score on De Anza English Placement exam 2. Score of 3 or higher on AP English-eligible for Ewrt 1B, Ewrt 2, Phil 3 & Spch 9 3. Completion of AA degree or higher in the US 4. Completion of ESL 5 with “C” or better 5. Satisfaction of UC subject “A” requirement or CSU EPT test for EWRT 1A equivalent.

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Which GE pattern to follow?  Vocational/career Degree  Transferring to CSU  Transferring to UC or undecided about where to transfer to  Transferring to a private school  Transferring to a UC in a high-unit major  AA/AS pattern  CSU pattern Must complete Area A & B4 before transfer with ‘C’ or better  IGETC pattern All classes ‘C’ or better Must be certified by DA before transfer)  Campus Specific pattern  7-course minimum GE pattern

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G.E. Group Exercise 1) How many courses are required for each area? 2) Give an example of specific courses which fulfill each section of each area. 3) What grades must you receive to satisfy GE requirement?

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PROBATION  Academic-overall GPA is below 2.0  Check grades end of each quarter  Repeat courses with “D” or “F” Disqualification after 5 consecutive quarters on Probation  Progress-50% of units received are “W”, “I”, or “NP”  Drop courses by the end of 2 nd week  Complete all classes enrolled in Disqualification after 5 consecutive quarters on Probation

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Course Lettering  The letter following the number in a course means it’s part of a sequence (ex. ARTS 2A,2B,2C). You may or may not be able to take courses out of sequence.  Special Topic courses include X=1, Y=2, Z=3 units (ex. COUN80X = 2 units)  Z refers to Distance Education courses (ex. COUN100.64Z is taught online)

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Drug & Alcohol Policy  NO illicit drug or alcohol by anyone on college property or at any college sponsored activities and events!!!  Violation may result in criminal prosecution.

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Violence Policy  NO verbal or physical violence will be tolerated in classrooms, offices or anywhere on campus

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When should I register for class?  As soon as you are permitted to register  You may add in person during first 2 weeks of quarter  Show up in class during the 1 st day to add course  Classes are limited  Be flexible with time  You may make changes to your schedule later  You can be on wait list if possible

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When Do I Apply for my AA/AS degree?  During your last quarter at De Anza or  When you completed the AA/AS degree requirements (GE+ Major+ 2.0 GPA+ 90 units)

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When do I apply for GE certification? When you completed courses for CSU or IGETC pattern and In your last quarter before transfer to the CSU or UC which admitted you Possible to do partial GE certification for the CSU Download form and submit to Admissions & Records officeform

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Register for Classes See the Academic Calendar for important dates.Academic Calendar Get a Schedule of Classes online or at the Bookstore and choose your classes.Schedule of ClassesBookstore Your date to register will be online after your application has been processed. You will receive your confirmation of enrollment and other important information via . Please make sure yourdate to register address is current. address Need a free account?

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Register for Classes cont. Registration dates are assigned by the total number of units completed at De Anza or Foothill Colleges only. Foothill students must submit an application to De Anza to be eligible for registration at De Anza. Register online – Check for date & registration Register online

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Pay Your Fees!!!!! You will be informed of your fees during the online or phone registration process. To calculate your fees ahead of time, use the Fee Calculation Worksheet online or in the printed Schedule of Classes.Fee Calculation Worksheet Payment may be made online, by mail, our drop box, or in person. Payment Fees are payable at the time of registration. Review refund policy for international students Pay ASAP or you will lose your classes (refer to payment policy)!

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Strategies For College Success Take no more than 12 units your first quarter. Learn how De Anza works is like taking a class in itself Come early to allow time for parking Schedule 2 hours of homework for every unit you take Find and get to know one person on campus who cares about your survival Learn how to use De Anza’s support services and resources such as the Tutorial Center, Career Center, & Transfer Center Set up a daily, weekly, and monthly schedule and stick to it. Practice good time management skills

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Strategies for College Success (Continue) Join at least one study group with other students Meet with your instructors during their office hours Choose friends who share your academic values and goals If you are undecided in your major, take CLP 70 or 75 Get involved in campus activities, and/or take a job on campus. Stay connected to the campus in some other way besides the classroom If you can’t avoid stress, learn how to live with it and reduce stress in healthy ways (exercise, nutrition, adequate sleep)

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……continue Recopy your notes and do your homework right after class while the information is still fresh in your mind. Buy your textbooks the week before the quarter starts to avoid long lines Learn how to navigate De Anza’s website for the information you need See a counselor each quarter to help you with your Educational Plan and academic goals Enjoy learning and develop a passion for your education. Go to class everyday!!!

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The Journey begins…..  De Anza welcomes you!  See a counselor when you need help  Be active! Be involve on & off campus.  Explore possibilities...  Make time to adjust and enjoy  Have a great time!

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Questions?! 1. What are the 3 things you have learned today? 2. What questions do you have about this class or about the college process at De Anza?